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The Best of Edinburgh: Private Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
3 hours
Art & Culture
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Family Friendly
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Walking Tours
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Romantic
Date
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What You Will Do
On this half-day walking tour of Edinburgh, you will discover some of the most important historical sites of Scotland, including the world-famous Royal Mile, a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle, and a medieval labyrinth of cobblestone alleyways and tenements that comprise this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On your private walking tour, you will:
- Enjoy a breathtaking view from Calton Hill with your private tour guide;
- Admire the Palace of Holyroodhouse and hear about political controversy outside the Scottish Parliament;
- See the historic John Knox House and hear about its history;
- Walk along the iconic Royal Mile, and discuss the history of Edinburgh's Old Town;
- Walk by the City Chambers, the place of the City of Edinburgh Council and its predecessors;
- Walk by Victoria Street and see one of the most photographed locations in the city and hear about Harry Potter stories;
- Pass by the imposing St Giles Cathedral, known also as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, founded in 1124 by King David I;
- Enjoy a 30-minute tour of Edinburgh Castle, with a long rich history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress;
- End your tour at Edinburgh Castle, where you can continue to explore at your leisure.
On your private tour, your expert guide will take you into Old Town’s maze of streets and concealed courtyards, where you will learn about the city’s ‘closes’- cramped alleyways, and ‘wynds’ - narrow lanes between houses.
Hear about the many characters who lived and died here, including Deacon Brodie, town councilman by day and master thief by night, who inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's novel The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
You will also have the chance to see the imposing St Giles Cathedral from the outside – the seat of Scottish Christianity for over nine centuries and the cradle of the Scottish Reformation during the 16th century.
Found on the High Street in Edinburgh’s Old Town, it dominates the city’s skyline, with its crowned steeple making a distinctive signature. The current building dates from the 15th century, but there has been a church on the site since early in the 12th.
A tour of Edinburgh would not be complete without learning about Scotland’s most famous historic attraction: Edinburgh Castle. Your guide will take you on a brief private tour of the castle, before leaving you to explore it at your own pace.
What's Included?
- A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
- Edinburgh Castle tickets admission tickets
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 30 days before tour start. 20% cancellation fee applies if cancelled between 30 and 4 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 4 days of tour start.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Your guide will meet you in front of Howies Restaurant (Please do not enter), located at 29 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BQ, United Kingdom
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The Royal Mile
The picturesque historic thoroughfare of the Old Town of Edinburgh.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Travel Curious
- Weather notes: - In Scotland you can experience what locals call ‘four seasons in one day’, so you can dress in layers including a waterproof jacket or windbreaker, leather shoes or rain boots, sweater or jumper and a hat or a beanie. It's known as the windiest country in Europe so please prepare for this kind of weather to ensure you have a great experience. Force Majeure Disclaimer: In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, riots, strikes, etc. and the tour cannot operate as published, we will endeavour to reschedule your tour date/time or we will provide a full refund.
- Know before you go: - In Scotland you can experience what locals call ‘four seasons in one day’, so you can dress in layers including a waterproof jacket or windbreaker, leather shoes or rain boots, sweater or jumper and a hat or a beanie. It's known as the windiest country in Europe so please prepare for this kind of weather to ensure you have a great experience. - Please wear comfortable walking shoes - Please bring any medication you may require during the tour. - In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water.
- Accesibility: Even though Edinburgh Castle is accessible, this tour is not recommended for people with mobility disabilities. Edinburgh has steep slopes and cobbled streets which makes it very difficult. If you have mobility impairments or require any assistance, please let us know in advance so we can plan a tour that can include transportation at an extra cost.
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